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  1. The Otherworldly Icon of NamibiaFrom Swain Destinations Team · NamibiaNamibia is expansive with otherworldly, sometimes jarring landscapes.Read the post
  2. The Ultimate African Safari GuideFrom Swain Destinations Team · AfricaAn African safari rewards a little planning. Here is where to go, when to travel, the types of safari, and how to choose the right camp.Read the post
  3. Zambia; Home to a Natural WonderFrom Swain Destinations Team · Zambia / Victoria FallsVisit one of the seven greatest natural wonders of the world. From sunset river cruises to...Read the post
  4. The Magic of Botswana: A Safari Like No OtherFrom Swain Destinations Team · BotswanaBotswana offers a slower, wilder, water-laced safari — the Okavango Delta, Chobe's elephants and remote luxury camps. Here is what makes it special.Read the post
  5. Kenya Changes YouFrom Swain Destinations Team · Kenya"Africa changes you..." You'll hear it over and over. Since my trip to Kenya , I have been the first to add the phrase to my discussions when I'm talking…Read the post
  6. Top 6 Things to Do in TanzaniaFrom Swain Destinations Team · TanzaniaTanzania is an iconic destination for intrepid travelers, known for its diverse landscapes and up close wildlife experiences.Read the post
  7. Tahiti: Forever FavoriteFrom Swain Destinations Team · French PolynesiaTahiti holds its place at the top of my list of favorite destinations for Couples, Celebrations and Families. Learn why it is the ideal place for your next trip.Read the post
  8. Everything to Know about Gorilla TrekkingFrom Swain Destinations Team · RwandaThe answer to this question is simple. Gorilla trekking in Rwanda is one the most profound wildlife experiences in the world. You begin on the edge of a volcano and then enter the dense forest, hiking toward the summit. All the while, you aRead the post
  9. Top Things to Do in Southern AfricaFrom Swain Destinations Team · Southern AfricaSouthern Africa is famous for safari and Victoria Falls, but there's far more. Here are the top experiences across the region for active travelers.Read the post
  10. Hobbiton: New Zealand's Natural SoundstageFrom Swain Destinations Team · New ZealandJ.R.R. Tolkien, the architect and author of The Lord of the Rings trilogy, once wrote, "In a hole in the ground there lived a hobbit." Nearly 70 years later…Read the post
  11. Gorilla Trekking: My Rwandan AdventureFrom Swain Destinations Team · RwandaI can confirm that after a combined 400 or so safari experiences across the African continent, our gorilla trekking adventure was second to none. For Ian and…Read the post
  12. My First Great Migration in AfricaFrom Ian Swain · KenyaThe Great Migration in Africa will give you goosebumps. Millions of animals moving clockwise, following the rain and the promise of food and water. The Great…Read the post